SHIPS Medical Conference 2025

Friday, April 25, 2025, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST, Little Rock, AR

The annual SHIPS Medical Conference delivers advanced training and collaborative learning opportunities for healthcare professionals specializing in child sexual abuse. This comprehensive program features expert-led sessions and interactive case studies. Participants will benefit from in-depth instruction by leading experts, including: • Pediatric gynecology nuances • Current protocols for STI testing and treatment in pediatric patients • Detailed case studies focusing on examination techniques, documentation, and interpretation of findings • Normal anatomical variants and their documentation • Expert guidance from prosecuting attorneys on effective court testimony and legal proceedings The conference's interactive format encourages professional networking and knowledge sharing through facilitated discussions, allowing participants to learn from both field experts and peer experiences. This collaborative environment enhances practical skills while building a stronger community of specialized healthcare providers.

AMA Credit Designation Statement

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ANCC Credit Designation Statement

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 7.75 ANCC contact hours.  Nursing contact hours will be awarded for successful completion of program components based upon documented attendance and completion of evaluation materials.

1. After completing this conference, providers will demonstrate competency in identifying and documenting anogenital findings, including normal anatomical variants.
2. Upon completion of this conference, providers will apply knowledge gained to deliver effective expert testimony as pediatric sexual assault nurse examiners.
3. Upon completion of this conference, providers will be well equipped to recall common gynecology problems in pediatric patients that can be mistaken for sexual abuse.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (7.75 hours), ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center (7.75 hours), Non-Physician AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (7.75 hours)

In support of improving patient care, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Office of Continuing Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.